KATHMANDU, JANUARY 6
The Gehendra Dhimal Foundation, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, is set to present MUSTANG Nostalgia: Two-Decade Odyssey, a panoramic photo exhibition by renowned artist Kishor Kayastha. The exhibition will feature 30 panoramic photographs that capture the beauty and transformation of the Mustang region over the last two decades.
Kishor Kayastha's two-decade-long exploration of Mustang is reflected in his stunning panoramic photographs. With MUSTANG Nostalgia, this treasure is unveiled to the public for the first time. With roots in the culturally rich city of Bhaktapur, Kayastha's work embodies a deep connection to Nepal's landscapes and heritage, serving as a poignant record of the region's changing climate, urbanization, and the endurance of Mustang's ancient traditions within its rugged and spiritual environment.
Additionally, the exhibition will also feature photos of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) project sites in the Mustang region. AFCP has played a pivotal role in the restoration and preservation of monasteries and chortens in Mustang, as well as other temples, monuments, and cultural sites throughout Nepal.
Through the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, 28 cultural heritage restoration/preservation projects have been awarded funding totaling over $4.54 million over the past two decades.
